Lara Melwani
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About me
I adopt a multi-model integrated approach to therapy and draw upon evidence-based techniques that include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as Solution-Focused Therapy. Each client is considered individually and counselling tools are suggested that best resonate with them. I work collaboratively with clients tailoring interventions to suit each individual's unique and specific needs. All sessions are conducted in a professional and collaborative manner at the client’s own pace, suitable for their particular situation.
Previously, I worked in Hong Kong, Africa and the UK as a marketing professional within the corporate and small business sectors after which I decided to pursue a more fulfilling career as a counsellor. I am passionate about the positive impact therapy can have on the quality of life and am committed to helping clients overcome challenges in a supportive, safe and non-judgmental manner. My multicultural background and life experiences enhance my approach to therapy, empowering clients to gain new perspectives and a deeper understanding of their experiences. I have helped individuals from all walks of life and cultures address and manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, work-life balance and relationship issues. I have worked with clients facing life transitions as well as those who have wanted to deepen their self-awareness and have helped individuals understand the impact of adverse childhood experiences. My area of special interest is relationship and couples counselling and am undergoing training for The Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a master’s level trained counsellor and have had experience working in Hong Kong and now the UK providing counselling services within the private and charity sectors. I am a Registered Member of the BACP and Accredited Registrant Member of the NCPS. I have previously been a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), Hong Kong Society of Counselling & Psychology (HKSCP) and Psychotherapy Society of Hong Kong (PSHK). In addition, I hold a level 1 certificate in Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Member organisations
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred).
Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision.
Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training.
All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Couples Counselling (Gottman Method Couples Therapy)
Therapies offered
Fees
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Please reach out for details about fees. I am happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable where ever possible.
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